Nissan Armada 2009
Model Armada made in 2009 by Nissan got 11 consumer complains there are 3 recalls as well as 30 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to fuel system, gasoline, service brakes and structure. Technical service bulletines regarding air bags, electrical system and engine and engine cooling. There were some recalls concerningfuel system, other, service brakes, hydraulic and suspension. The car has one 5.6 engine.
Model 2009
| Engine [L] | Cylinders | Transmission | Drive | Estimate MPG (city/highway/combined) | Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined) | Fuel | Fuel cost | Class | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.6 | 8 | Lockup/automatic, 5 gears | R | 9/13/11 | 11.2745/18.3306/13.6367 | E | 4840 | S.U.V. - 2WD | 15-May-08 |
| 5.6 | 8 | Lockup/automatic, 5 gears | R | 12/18/14 | 15.2224/25.0331/18.4818 | Regular | 4391 | S.U.V. - 2WD | 15-May-08 |
| 5.6 | 8 | Lockup/automatic, 5 gears | R | 12/18/14 | 15.2199/25.0138/18.4751 | Regular | 4391 | S.U.V. - 2WD | 15-May-08 |
| 5.6 | 8 | Lockup/automatic, 5 gears | 4 | 9/13/10 | 11.0168/18.1997/13.396 | E | 5325 | S.U.V. - 4WD | 15-May-08 |
| 5.6 | 8 | Lockup/automatic, 5 gears | 4 | 12/18/14 | 15.2748/24.9172/18.4956 | Regular | 4391 | S.U.V. - 4WD | 15-May-08 |
| 5.6 | 8 | Lockup/automatic, 5 gears | 4 | 12/18/14 | 15.0931/24.2308/18.178 | Regular | 4391 | S.U.V. - 4WD | 15-May-08 |
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - STORAGE - FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM | ||||||||||||||||
| 10V074000 | NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. | V (Vehicle) | 340000 | 03/22/2010 | MFR | NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. | 03/03/2010 | 03/03/2010 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | Nissan is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 titan, armada, and infiniti qx56 vehicles. the instrument panel fuel gauge may inaccurately display that the vehicle still has some fuel, typically about one quarter tank, when the fuel tank is empty. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | This could cause the vehicle to run out of gas and stall on the highway, which could cause a crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will replace the fuel sender unit inside the fuel tank with a new improved sender card. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall began on march 22, 2010. owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov . | |||||||||||||||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - PEDALS AND LINKAGES | ||||||||||||||||
| 10V072000 | NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. | from 02/07/2007 to 12/14/2009 | V (Vehicle) | 179383 | 03/22/2010 | MFR | NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. | 03/02/2010 | 03/02/2010 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Nissan is recalling certain model year 2008-2010 titan, armada, and infiniti qx56, and model year 2008-2009 nissan quest vehicles. the brake pedal pivot pin end was not spin-formed to specification during the manufacturing process of the brake pedal assembly. the pivot pin could slide and cause the brake pedal to partially disengage from the brake pedal bracket. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | The driver will experience unusual and noticeable looseness in the pedal and a reduction in braking force increasing the risk of a crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will inspect to see if the pivot pin had been formed properly and will replace the brake pedal assembly if necessary free of charge. the safety recall began on march 22, 2010. owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov . | |||||||||||||||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - CONTROL ARM - LOWER ARM | ||||||||||||||||
| 10E019000 | NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. | E (Equipment) | 1873 | MFR | NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. | 05/20/2010 | 05/21/2010 | |||||||||
| Defect Summary | Nissan is recalling certain front and rear lower links, p/nos. 54501zq00a, 54500zq00a, 551a1zq00a, 551a0zq00a , 54501ea00a, 54500ea00a, 551a1ea500, 551a0ea500, 54501zr00a, and 54500zr00a, sold between november 25, 2009 and may 14, 2010 as replacement parts for model year 2004 through 2010 titan, armada, and qx56, and model years 2005 through 2010 frontier, xterra, and pathfinder vehicles. the lower control link assembly has two cylindrical collars forming the inboard attachment points to the chassis. due to an improper welding process some collars may contain welds that do not meet strength specifications. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | If the collar weld separates, the vehicle handling will deteriorate, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Nissan will notify owners and dealers will replace any affected lower link free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on or about june 14, 2010. owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov . | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AIR BAGS - FRONTAL - SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE | |||||
| NTB08-055A | 07/21/2008 | 10025522 | Srs precautions during service;improper maintenance, including incorrect removal and installation of the srs, can lead to a serious injury or death caused by unintentional activation of the srs on all nissan models with the srs systems. * | 08/15/2008 | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||||
| NTB-09-030 | 04/06/2009 | 10030165 | Nissan: the 12 volt battery is an important part of the vehicle electrical system and is required to stay connected when the engine is running. to prevent damage to vehicle electronic components follow the instructions/cautions. no mod | 08/12/2009 | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - BATTERY | |||||
| NTB-09-030 | 04/06/2009 | 10030165 | Nissan: the 12 volt battery is an important part of the vehicle electrical system and is required to stay connected when the engine is running. to prevent damage to vehicle electronic components follow the instructions/cautions. no mod | 08/12/2009 | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - BATTERY - CABLES | |||||
| NTB-09-030 | 04/06/2009 | 10030165 | Nissan: the 12 volt battery is an important part of the vehicle electrical system and is required to stay connected when the engine is running. to prevent damage to vehicle electronic components follow the instructions/cautions. no mod | 08/12/2009 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||||
| NTB-09-048 | 06/19/2009 | 10030085 | Nissan: affected vehicles has the mil on and dtc p1421 stored (cold start control) in the ecm. *pe | 07/31/2009 | |
| 06079 | 01/24/2008 | NTB 06-079A | 10020595 | Dtc for variable valve timing control function. all 1996-2007 nissan vehicles with variable valve timing, with engines vq35; qr25; qg18; ga16; vq40; vk56; mr 18; and mr29. *kb also includes 2008-2009 models. updated 8/27/08. *pe | 11/29/2006 |
| EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL | |||||
| NTB-10-052 | 04/08/2010 | 10032628 | Nissan: the propeller shaft u joint (journal/journal bearings) is the source of noise and/or vibration on an applied vehicle. diagnose by evaluating the u joint with the propeller shaft removed. replace the u joint (journal/journal beari | 04/21/2010 | |
| EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL - NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM) | |||||
| NTB-11-005 | 01/14/2011 | 10035684 | Nissan: navigation map data update matrix. affecting all vehicles 2003-11 except leaf, equipped with navigation system. customer is mailed update disc(s) or sd card and installs data; dealership is mailed update disc(s) and the dealershi | 03/02/2011 | |
| EQUIPMENT - OTHER - OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | |||||
| NTB-10-052 | 04/08/2010 | 10032628 | Nissan: the propeller shaft u joint (journal/journal bearings) is the source of noise and/or vibration on an applied vehicle. diagnose by evaluating the u joint with the propeller shaft removed. replace the u joint (journal/journal beari | 04/21/2010 | |
| NTB-09-129 | 11/17/2009 | 10032506 | Nissan: vent control valve replacement. when replacing the evap canister vent control valve for reason: use the one listed on page 2; for vent control valve replacement procedure, refer to the appropriate section of the electronic service | 04/07/2010 | |
| 06079 | 01/24/2008 | NTB 06-079A | 10020595 | Dtc for variable valve timing control function. all 1996-2007 nissan vehicles with variable valve timing, with engines vq35; qr25; qg18; ga16; vq40; vk56; mr 18; and mr29. *kb also includes 2008-2009 models. updated 8/27/08. *pe | 11/29/2006 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | |||||
| NTB-03-074C | 01/24/2010 | NTB-03-074E | 10032306 | Nissan: exterior lamp fogging. occasionally water is noticed in the exterior lamps. this is generally not due to a defect. all current exterior lamp assemblies are vented to the atmosphere (not sealed). this is necessary to allow for e | 03/03/2010 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - FOG LIGHTS | |||||
| NTB-03-074C | 01/24/2010 | NTB-03-074E | 10032306 | Nissan: exterior lamp fogging. occasionally water is noticed in the exterior lamps. this is generally not due to a defect. all current exterior lamp assemblies are vented to the atmosphere (not sealed). this is necessary to allow for e | 03/03/2010 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS | |||||
| NTB-10-061 | 04/27/2010 | 10032992 | Nissan: xenon head lamp service. a xenon headlamp is not functioning because of an issue inside the headlamp assembly (an internal issue). in most cases, replacement of a bulb or hid control unit will solve the incident. this includes a | 06/21/2010 | |
| NTB-03-074C | 01/24/2010 | NTB-03-074E | 10032306 | Nissan: exterior lamp fogging. occasionally water is noticed in the exterior lamps. this is generally not due to a defect. all current exterior lamp assemblies are vented to the atmosphere (not sealed). this is necessary to allow for e | 03/03/2010 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS - CONCEALMENT DEVICES | |||||
| NTB-03-074C | 01/24/2010 | NTB-03-074E | 10032306 | Nissan: exterior lamp fogging. occasionally water is noticed in the exterior lamps. this is generally not due to a defect. all current exterior lamp assemblies are vented to the atmosphere (not sealed). this is necessary to allow for e | 03/03/2010 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TAIL LIGHTS | |||||
| NTB-03-074C | 01/24/2010 | NTB-03-074E | 10032306 | Nissan: exterior lamp fogging. occasionally water is noticed in the exterior lamps. this is generally not due to a defect. all current exterior lamp assemblies are vented to the atmosphere (not sealed). this is necessary to allow for e | 03/03/2010 |
| ITY/WIPER (PWS) | |||||
| NTB-09-019-A | 08/27/2012 | 10047059 | Nissan: rain sensors may operate, intermittently or unexpectedly, when exhaust gas, moisture, fingerprints, dirt, or insects are near or around rain sensors. no models or model years listed. *pe | 11/05/2012 | |
| LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES | |||||
| NTB12-009 | 02/03/2012 | 10043735 | Nissan: door lock/unlock inoperative with intelligent key. *kb | 04/24/2012 | |
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM) | |||||
| NTB12-035 | 04/10/2012 | 10043950 | Nissan: ecm replacement procedures with consult iii plus. applies to all 2004 and later (does not apply to leaf/ev) vehicles. *js | 05/02/2012 | |
| NTB-04-113B | 12/23/2009 | 10032791 | Nissan: clicking noise from rear axles during take-off/acceleration. *pe | 05/24/2010 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - ANTILOCK - WHEEL SPEED SENSOR | |||||
| NTB-10-102-A | 09/25/2012 | 10046601 | Nissan: bulletin regarding diagnosis of abs/vdc wheel speed sensor. model 2007-2013 nissan. *pe | 10/17/2012 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK - WHEEL SPEED SENSOR | |||||
| NTB-10-102-A | 09/25/2012 | 10046601 | Nissan: bulletin regarding diagnosis of abs/vdc wheel speed sensor. model 2007-2013 nissan. *pe | 10/17/2012 | |
| STEERING - HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST - HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS | |||||
| NTB-12-028 | 03/22/2012 | 10043772 | Nissan: power steering hose service part change. the hose now comes without the pressure sensor. do not damage pressure sensor upon removal. if only pressure sensor needs replacement, do not replace hose. *js | 04/26/2012 | |
| SUSPENSION - FRONT | |||||
| NTB-10-072A | 10/06/2010 | 10034904 | Nissan: front suspension noise. a noise (clunking, squeaking, popping) can be heard when performing at least one of the following actions: turning the steering wheel left or right, driving over speed bumps, driving on rough roads, acceler | 01/26/2011 | |
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - WHEEL BEARING | |||||
| NTB-10-052 | 04/08/2010 | 10032628 | Nissan: the propeller shaft u joint (journal/journal bearings) is the source of noise and/or vibration on an applied vehicle. diagnose by evaluating the u joint with the propeller shaft removed. replace the u joint (journal/journal beari | 04/21/2010 | |
| SUSPENSION - REAR - AXLE - NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY | |||||
| NTB-04-113B | 12/23/2009 | 10032791 | Nissan: clicking noise from rear axles during take-off/acceleration. *pe | 05/24/2010 | |
| TIRES - PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS | |||||
| NTB-09-101 | 09/29/2009 | 10031305 | Nissan: tire pressure monitoring system (tpms) warning light on/flashing. no models or model years listed. *pe | 01/04/2010 | |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | |||||
| NTB12-009 | 02/03/2012 | 10043735 | Nissan: door lock/unlock inoperative with intelligent key. *kb | 04/24/2012 | |
| WHEELS | |||||
| NTB 92-123C | 02/12/2008 | 10025645 | Aftermarket chroming of nissan alloy wheels not approved or authorized and strongly discouraged. all models including 2008-2009 my. *pe | 08/27/2008 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | |||
| 02/01/2009 | |||
| I have problems with my car in the braking system, suspension, transmission, hydraulic steering system is pouring oil all the time, it is impossible to drive the car with the steering wheel so hard. the fuel gauge is damaged, all the time shows that have gasoline but has nothing i trust that the car will come out good but failed leaving me in the middle of a desert mechanically stuck in the middle of nowhere. i decided to leave the car and fly to my destination my question is nissan can go get the car where the car is nissan could provide help outside the u.s. the car damage on a mission back to the states as i could not finish the mission because nissan is mechanical damage, i lost my job, leaving me no money to pick up the car can nissan pick up the car? outside the u.s. | |||
| 03/01/2009 | 7000 | 1 | |
| I took my 2009 nissan armada se to esserman nissan in miami florida to the service center in reference to my fuel gauge was marking half when i just filled my tank all the way. i have taken my car numerous times and was told that there was nothing wrong with it. after several times of taking my vehicle for the same thing they finally concluded that it was on a recall list. now its been about 4 months and im told that they still don't have the part. now i have a brand new car that i cant tell how much gas i have in it. this million dollar company (nissan) is quick to sell me a car but cant fix a small problem for me. can you help!!? *tr | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES | |||
| 10/13/2012 | 42000 | 1 | |
| While applying brakes coming to a stop sign there was a loud crunching noise. trying to drive was hardly possible as the car would stop short and cause the noise anytime the brakes were even lightly applied. the red brake warning light came on. i pulled over and after turning the car off and back on the brake light was off and the car drove fine. this happened one more time in december. searching the internet i found this to be a problem in previous years but not with a 2009. most complaints pointed to a solenoid in the brake booster and a $800 repair. repairs often don't last and another $800 is spent a year, or years later. this has been an ongoing problem that nissan will not address or compensate for. had this happened to my wife or one of my children i could very well see where it may have caused an accident. *tr | |||
| 10/13/2012 | 42000 | ||
| While applying brakes coming to a stop sign there was a loud crunching noise. trying to drive was hardly possible as the car would stop short and cause the noise anytime the brakes were even lightly applied. the red brake warning light came on. i pulled over and after turning the car off and back on the brake light was off and the car drove fine. this happened one more time in december. searching the internet i found this to be a problem in previous years but not with a 2009. most complaints pointed to a solenoid in the brake booster and a $800 repair. repairs often don't last and another $800 is spent a year, or years later. this has been an ongoing problem that nissan will not address or compensate for. had this happened to my wife or one of my children i could very well see where it may have caused an acident. | |||
| STRUCTURE - BODY - HOOD - HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS | |||
| 05/21/2009 | 12000 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 2009 nissan armada. while driving 45 mph, the hood of the vehicle began to bounce up and down. the contact pulled the vehicle over and noticed that two bolts had popped out of position and another was about to pop off in a matter of seconds. he would have never checked the hood if it had not popped open while driving. the dealer stated that the contact had to have damaged the hood in order for this failure to occur; therefore, they refused to repair the vehicle. the contact feels that this is very unsafe because the hood could have opened and impaired his visibility. the current and failure mileages were 12,000. | |||
| SUSPENSION - REAR | |||
| 08/29/2008 | 1900 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2009 nissan armada. she has to increase her stopping distances to stop the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to the dealership, and the hair line nose was replaced. the current and failure mileages were 1900. | |||
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | |||
| 01/26/2010 | 10000 | ||
| I was slowing down to take an exit and the brakes felt like they just didn't work which resulted in me missing the exit, striking a median with the front right tire, then causing the vehicle to roll over. very soon after my accident, i received a re-call from nissan on the brake pedal that would increase stopping distance and increase the risk of a crash. my insurance company has posession of the vehicle and i would like an inspection to be done, to rule out the possiblility of a faulty brake pedal. | |||